The Author’s Lounge with O'Cyrus
The Author's Lounge is a podcast hosted by 24x award winning author and indie publisher, Briel O'Cyrus.
This show is focused on entertaining, educating, and inspiring the younger generation of writers and creators through knowledge shared from the host and his guests which include seasoned, best-selling, award winning authors, actors/actresses, singers, songwriters, producers, publishers, literary agents, certified editors, illustrators, and much more!
Episodes
80 episodes
#80 - Award-winning Actress, KATHERINE NORLAND on acting career, being a bestselling author, poetry & more
Want to learn more about Katherine Norland? Please click the link below:https://katherinenorland.mykajabi.com/youareworthyKatherine Norland is an award-winning Actress...
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Episode 80
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46:30
#79 - Bestselling Author, AARON RYAN, on winning awards, publishing nearly 40 books, marketing/ads & more!
Want to learn more about the bestselling author, Aaron Ryan? Visit the link below:https://bestsellingauthorspeaker.com/Aaron Ryan is a bestselling, award-winning author, a longtime motivational/inspirational speaker, panelist and wo...
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Episode 79
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50:52
#78 - Voice Actor, JAKE HABERMAN talks working at Crunchyroll, One Piece role, meeting Chris Sabat & more!
To learn more about Voice Actor, Jake Haberman please click on the information below:IMDb credits: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10899946/?ref_=fn_all_nme_1Visual r...
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Episode 78
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19:03
#77 - DR. ANN-LOUISE LOCKHART talks new book, negotiating deals, betting on herself, life advice and more!
Order my book, Love the Teen You Have, launching October 28, 2025: https://www.amazon.com/author/dr.ann-louise_2025Website: https://www.anewdaysa.com/Talkadot:
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Episode 77
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37:26
#76 - Film Director, Rushikesh Bhadane on directing, Producing, Editing, Content Creation & Cinematography
Rushikesh Bhadane is a Director, Producer, Cinematographer, Editor, and Content Creator. He has a Master’s of Fine Arts in Filmmaking and has worked on award winning feature films, short films, music videos, documentaries, and web series. Rushi...
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Episode 76
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1:01:31
#75 - Actress & Author, KARLEE HOLDEN on her journey in Hollywood, books, acting, celebrities, & much more
Want to learn more about Karlee Holden or are interested in her program? Click the link(s) below:https://www.karleeholden.com/books-2htt...
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Episode 75
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48:28
#74 - Award-winning writer, SUSAN KELLER talks writing books, challenges growing up, love, marriage, & more
Want to learn more about Susan Keller? Please click the link below:https://susankeller.com/Susan Keller was an award-winning medical writer for nearly three decades. Her poetry has taken prizes...
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Episode 74
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51:16
#73 - Halo legend, COMMANDSTATION on legacy, being the 1st woman to win major Halo FFA tournament, empowerment & more!
For me details on CommandStation click on the following links below:X (Twitter): https://x.com/CommandStationInstagram: https://www.ins...
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Episode 73
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1:00:27
#72 - 21x Award-Winning Author, DAVID V. MAMMINA on writing dark fantasy, book awards, networking & more!
David V. Mammina is a 21-time Award Winning Fantasy Author. His published work includes titles such as, "The Angels of Resistance," "The Redeem Knight Trilogy," and "Death of Volentus" to name a few. Additionally, David has an original deck bui...
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Episode 72
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30:00
#71 - Music Composer, MARVIN MADDICKS JR. on composing horror films, networking, owning a Film Co & more!
Marvin Maddicks Jr. is a Music Composer, Producer, Independent Art Illustrator , Film Producer, and is the owner of his Film Production Company titled, Nightmistful Production. Marvin has over 200+ credits as a Producer, 90+ credits as an Actor...
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Episode 71
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40:50
#70 - Emmy-Award winning filmmaker, CRIS GRAVES on her career, Chad Sanders mentorship, film work and more
ORIGINAL VIDEO INTERVIEWhttps://youtu.be/GloFfeYI1-QCheck out more on Cris Graves here:
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Episode 70
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1:21:15
#69 - Author, MOSES D. POWE on working with his son on their newest book SEAN MOSES IS A SUPER SPELLER!
Moses D. Powe is a licensed clinical professional counselor, author, and CEO of POWEM Publishers LLC. Based in Maryland, he is the founder of the Fatherless Fathers Collective, a platform dedicated to empowering men who grew up without a father...
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Episode 69
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41:38
#68 - Literary Agent MAEVE MACLYSAGHT on increasing queer/BIPOC joy/supporting marginalized authors & more
Her website(s):https://www.aevitascreative.com/agent/maeve-maclysaghthttps://www.emlysaght.com/Literary Agent Maeve Ma...
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Episode 68
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27:02
#67 - Filmmaker, PATRICK ADAM PENA on making his film, Microdosing, IMDb, auditions, betting on you & more
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Episode 67
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1:01:39
#66 - JOHNNIE MAZZOCCO on practicing witchcraft, being an author/writing mentor, craving creativity & more
Want to learn more about Johnnie Mazzocco? Click any of the links below:Website: https://johnniemazzocco.com/Her novel, Miranda's Garden:
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Episode 66
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39:48
#65 - Author PROF. JOHN DISHMAN on meeting Pres JFK, Princess Margaret, and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed!
Professor can dress! Check out he and his wife's wardrobe fashion show at their Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jurgita.art/?hl=enWant to speak with Professor John Dishman ...
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Episode 65
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42:57
#64 - Host of Publishing Performance podcast, TEDDY SMITH talks AI, marketing, running Amazon Ads, & more!
Want to learn more about Teddy Smith, his podcast, "Publishing Performance," and/or services? Click the link below:https://publishingperformance.com/podcast/Link to his free 3...
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Episode 64
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38:49
#63 - JENEBETH ORTIZ the go-to for Print Books, self-publishing info, quality print packages & much more!
Jenebeth Ortiz's EDGE BOOKS produces quality, premium print books ideal for self-published authors. During this episode, Jenebeth provides all the intricate details pertaining to EDGE BOOKS and doesn't gate keep on what you should know as an au...
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Episode 63
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41:11
#62 - GREG CAMPBELL on covering the Super Bowl, narrating books, voice acting, sports broadcasting & more!
Looking formal a go-to 20+ year vet in the world of providing voice overs? Reach out to Greg Campbell at the link below:Website: https://www.gregcvoiceovers.comLinkedIn:
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Episode 62
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33:54
#61 - KERRI LYNN MILLER on being an Actress, Producer, Writer, & Director. Talks upcoming film, TOX & more
Kerri Lynn Miller has extensive experience as an Actress & film director. Kerri will make her directorial debut in a feature length film with her forthcoming title, TOX.Want to learn more about Kerri Lynn Miller and/or her upcoming ...
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Episode 61
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41:34
#60 - Editor/Screenwriter, MARINA RASNOVEANU on editing/writing books/screenplays, content managing & more
Marina Rasnoveanu is the author of Endometriosis Relief Plan, a screenwriter, content manager, and a full-time editor from Romania. Interested in Marina's book? Click the link below and check out her work:
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Episode 60
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46:45
#59 - Writer/Marketing Consultant, KAITLAN KINN talks social media marketing, LinkedIn success and more!
Take an in-depth listen to this episode if you're looking for social media marketing advice from a Marketing Consultant. It's absolutely necessary to understand personal branding and how marketing works with that brand.
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Episode 59
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36:08
#58 - Speaker, Author & Business Coach, SOPHIE LECHNER talks LinkedIn, her book, media marketing and more
To learn more about Sophie Lechner please click the links below and/or read her bio:Her website: https://www.themagnetmodel.com/mediakitLink to the Magnetic About Section Wor...
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Episode 58
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42:59
#57 - Children's book author, MARRYUM HAFEEZ on creating her book series, Adventures Across the Universe
THE ORIGINAL VIDEO: https://youtu.be/J5CM0JEhx_MWant to learn more about Marryum Hafeez's children's book series? Please click the link below:
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Episode 57
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51:27
#56 - 2x Oscar Nominated Make-up artist, VITTORIO SODANO talks Mel Gibson, Apocalypto & more
Vittorio Sodano was nominated for an Academy Award (Oscar) for his work as a make-up artist on Mel Gibson's, Apocalypto, and Toni Servillo's Il Divo. His career spans decades and he has over 40 film credits to his name. Additionally, he t...
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Episode 56
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45:14